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Congressman Bob Latta (R- Bowling Green) made the following statement recognizing the various events that took place today in Washington, D.C. surrounding the 2011 March for Life.   “As an elected official, protecting the sanctity of life has been a cornerstone of my policy objectives over the past twenty years.  Now that Republicans control the majority in the House of… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) made the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2, the "Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act."   “Over the past two years, a majority of Americans have made it clear that they opposed the Democrats’ plan for the government takeover of our nation’s health care system.  They opposed the… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has announced his nominations from Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District for consideration for acceptance into the United States Air Force, Merchant Marine, Military, and Naval Academies in the Class 2015: U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado Kyle Cline, Custar, Bowling Green High School Ivi DuShane, Gibsonburg, Gibsonburg High… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R- Bowling Green) issued the following statement condemning the attack on Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ). “I am deeply troubled by this horrific act of violence against Congresswoman Giffords, her staff, and the other innocent bystanders.  Marcia and I want to extend our thoughts and prayers to the Giffords family and the families of all of the… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, announced his subcommittee assignments for the 112th Congress.  Latta will serve on the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, the Subcommittee on Health, and the Subcommittee on Environment and Economy. “I want to thank Chairman Upton for the opportunity to serve on these… Read more »

On the first day of the 112th Congress, Congressman Bob Latta (R- Bowling Green) introduced H.R. 143, a bill that if passed, would permanently repeal the estate tax and ensures that individuals are not taxed on the increased value of an estate by retaining the stepped-up basis at death.  A copy of the legislation can be found here.   The estate tax, also known as the death… Read more »

Congressman Bob Latta (R- Bowling Green) made the following statement after taking his oath of office and being sworn in as the Representative for Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District for the 112th Congress. “I am humbled and honored to serve the constituents of Ohio’s Fifth District for the 112th Congress.  It is especially rewarding to be part of this historic day as Congressman… Read more »